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SV12 DHJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

173,875 mi
Last recorded173,875 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 DHJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 173,875 miles

all brake pipes covered in underseal restricting inspection

Fail 6 Jan 2026 173,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills corroded marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all brake pipes covered in underseal restricting inspection

Pass 23 Dec 2024 165,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 157,783 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 147,244 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 131,288 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 131,286 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leaking pipe work. (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested due to leaking system. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at load valve. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s. (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 110,721 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 110,721 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps o/s and n/s. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2019 83,946 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load sense valve (1.1.11 (c))

slight brake bind at both rear brakes

Pass 25 May 2018 69,146 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from rear brake pressure valve (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 69,146 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from rear brake pressure valve (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 52,754 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 44,888 miles

o/s front brake disc outer surface rusty/pitted

Fail 14 May 2016 44,888 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s front brake disc outer surface rusty/pitted

Fail 13 May 2015 33,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front brake discs rusty/slightly pitted at edges

tow bar wiring incorrectly routed

Pass 13 May 2015 33,032 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front brake discs rusty/slightly pitted at edges

tow bar wiring incorrectly routed

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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SV12 DHJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 77,987 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV12 DHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Hilux is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SV12 DHJ registered?

SV12 DHJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 16 May 2012.

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